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Ipswich, MA

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Population
4,924
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
26 ft
Median Home Value
$598,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,530/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$104,102
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in MassachusettsPopulation rankingHighest population places in MassachusettsNearest larger communityDanvers, Massachusetts9.6 miles away · 28,098 residents.

About Ipswich

Ipswich is a coastal census-designated place in Essex County, Massachusetts, situated along the tidal Ipswich River and Plum Island Sound. Famous nationwide for its clams, celebrated annually at the Ipswich Chowderfest, the historic residential community of approximately 4,900 features the popular Crane Beach and the historic Crane Estate. The neighborhood is home to the Willowdale State Forest and preserves its history in the Brown Stocking Mill Historic District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLow Property CrimeA+99.3ratingLow Homicide RiskA+99.0rating

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